Whether it's simply taking a quick whiff of a calming essential oil before drifting off to sleep or mixing a few drops into your favorite body oil, aromatherapy can be a powerful complement to your other self-care practices. Here we offer tips on combining popular essential oils from Candice Covington, certified aromatherapist at the Chopra Center.

You can either put drops of each essential oil into a diffuser, or use a carrier oil (such as sesame, coconut or jojoba) and dab a little on your wrists, neck or behind your ears.

To help you . . . drop deeper into meditation
Mix equal parts frankincense and lavender.

"Everyone knows the deeply calming effects of lavender," says Covington. "Add to that the introspection and emotional stability that frankincense promotes, and it's wonderful for devotional practices."

To help you . . . feel more grounded
Mix 4 parts lemon to 1 part vetiver.

"On a physical level, all of these essential oils address insomnia," says Covington. "And the more subtle aspects of these scents are amazing." Lavender promotes more calm and less worry; marjoram quiets the mind and promotes a sense of deep relaxation; and Roman chamomile quiets an overactive mind.

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